100% Distance Education – DEAC Accredited

Program Features

UAS Fundamentals


History and evolution of the unmanned aerial vehicle

Engineering Technology


Mechanical design and engineering technology topics

UAS Operations


Explore project management theory and best practices

Drone Mechanics


Technical introduction to the subsystems of a UAS

About SDI

School of Unmanned Technology

Join a growing movement from your own home. Earn a Certificate in Unmanned Technology – Aerial Systems online and learn more about drone programming, engineering, project management, and more!

Why Choose SDI?

  • Learn the skills needed to elevate your career success.
  • Learn how unmanned aircraft systems are used by commercial businesses to make their operations more efficient, cost effective, and safer.
  • Learn from a DEAC accredited, online school comprised of professionals with decades of industry experience.

The Certificate in Unmanned Technology – Aerial Systems program provides students with a solid foundation of historical, technical, and operational knowledge about unmanned aircraft systems.

Certificate in Unmanned Technology – Aerial Systems

Looking for a dynamic education in an in-demand field?
Interested in drones, aviation management, and more?

Learn techniques and skills online that will help you succeed in the Unmanned Aircraft Systems (UAS) industry!

Course Topics Include

Drone Programming – Unmanned Systems Engineering – Aviation Management
Flight Simulation – UAS Project Management – FAA Rules and Regulations
Drone Safety & Maintenance – And More!

Sonoran Desert Institute (SDI) is an online school that helps students learn the skills and techniques they’ll need to be successful in the firearms and unmanned technology industries. SDI is accredited by the Distance Education Accrediting Commission (DEAC).